Ohio therapy dog named this year's Cadbury Bunny

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) –Meet this year's winner of the Cadbury Bunny contest, Annie Rose the English Doodle from Cincinnati. Ohio.

She is a therapy dog who loves bringing smiles to everyone. As a therapy dog, she visits nursing homes throughout the Buckeye state.

When COVID-19 restrictions were in effect and nursing homes weren't accepting visitors, Annie Rose didn't give up. She still showed up at nursing homes and greeted everyone outside the windows instead.

"We can't thank everyone enough for voting for our very own Annie Rose and making her the next Cadbury Bunny, especially her doodle families and friends who went over and beyond," said Lori R., Annie Rose's owner. "Our community rallied behind and supported her just as she has for them for years as a therapy dog. All of us are still shocked by the news but can't wait to get Annie Rose those iconic Cadbury Bunny ears."

Her votes helped raise money for The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

She is the second Ohio winner, following New Richmond's Lt. Dan who won in 2020.

Annie Rose will also take home $5,000.